Festivals
Can You Drink Tea Or Coffee During The Karwa Chauth Fast?
Traditionally, the fast begins before sunrise with sargi - a pre-dawn meal consisting of foods such as fruits, nuts, pheni (a type of vermicelli) and mathri (a savoury snack).
The Right Way To Eat Sargi For Karwa Chauth: 6 Foods You Must Have
Karwa Chauth fast on October twenty ninth is a waterless fast for married women praying for their husbands health and longevity.
For Bhai Dooj 2026, We Curated A Menu Of Classic Favourites You Can Easily Prepare At Home
On this day, sisters apply a tilak on their brothers' foreheads and pray for their long life, happiness and prosperity.
5 Food Traditions And Customs That Make Karwa Chauth Special
The festival is marked by several rituals and food traditions that have been passed down through generations.
Diwali 2026: 5 Classic Indian Dishes To Make For Your Festive Feast
Diwali, families and friends exchange gifts and sweets, and homes are filled with the aroma of festive dishes.
Ashtami And Navami: Halwa, Puri, Chole, And A Generous Helping Of Nostalgia
For a young girl, Kanjak Puja is almost like a second birthday - a day to dress up, visit neighbourhood homes, enjoy halwa, puri and chole, and be treated like a little ...
Navratri Fasting: Unique Kuttu Taco Recipe Goes Viral On Social Media. Would You Try It?
The mix of crispy cheelas, spicy paneer, fresh salsa, lemon juice and green chutney makes the dish an interesting choice for those who want something different while fasting.
Heading To A Durga Puja Pandal? Don't Miss These 8 Iconic Bengali Dishes
Food plays a central role in the festivities, especially the traditional bhog offered to Goddess Durga. It also brings people together, with many eagerly waiting to enjoy the festive delicacies served at ...
Navratri Special: How To Make Afghani Malai Momo For Vrat Without Deep-Frying
Made with sabudana, beetroot and a flavourful vegetable-paneer filling, these non-fried momos are a delicious addition to your Navratri menu.
This Papaya Smoothie By Chef Kunal Kapur Is Perfect For Navratri Fasting
Papaya supports digestion. It contains an enzyme called papain, which may help prevent digestive issues such as heaviness, gas and constipation.
Fasting This Navratri? Don't Miss Out On Protein With This Diet Plan
From curd and chia seeds at breakfast to paneer, tofu and sama rice at lunch, here's how to plan your vrat meals.
Navratri 2026: Which Spices Are Not Allowed During Fasting?
This year, Sharad Navratri begins on October 11 and concludes with Ram Navami.
Karwa Chauth 2026: Date, Timings And 5 Traditional Dishes To Prepare For The Festival
Karwa Chauth is celebrated with great devotion across several North Indian states, including Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
Maha Ashtami 2026: Date, Kanya Pujan Timings And Traditional Bhog Dishes
Among the most significant days of Navratri are Ashtami and Navami, when devotees perform special rituals and offer prayers to the Goddess.
When Is Durga Puja 2026? Traditional Bengali Foods That Mark The Occasion
Durga Puja 2026 begins on October 16 with key rituals including Maha Shashthi, Ashtami, and Bijoya Dashami celebrations.
When Is Sharad Navratri 2026? Check Ashtami, Navami Dates And 5 Sattvic Recipes
Navratri fasting involves a Sattvic diet avoiding meat and onion; popular dishes include samak pulao, makhana kheer, and sabudana tikki.
Why Does Lord Ganesha Love Modak? The Story Behind His Favourite Sweet
Modak is Lord Ganesha's favourite sweet rooted in mythology symbolising wisdom and devotion.
Why 21 Modaks Are Offered To Lord Ganesha And How To Make Them At Home
Offering 21 Modaks to Lord Ganesha is a tradition linked to a myth where Lord Shiva belched 21 times after Ganesha was satisfied.
Paan, Rose And Ragi In A Modak! Recipes Worth Trying For Ganesh Chaturthi
Among the many festive offerings made to Bappa, modak remains one of his most beloved sweets.
